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January in Äkäslompolo brings very low temperatures around -7°C (19°F) during the day, dropping to -15°C (5°F) at night, with some snowfall expected.
January in Äkäslompolo has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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51-year average (1976-2026)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Äkäslompolo typically stay consistent throughout January, with daily highs averaging around -7°C (19°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -20°C (-4°F) to -13°C (9°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Äkäslompolo spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Äkäslompolo between 1982 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during January.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
We recommend you pack up your warm winter gear for Äkäslompolo in January. If you have insulated boots, thermal layers, and a heavy winter coat that can handle snow and freezing temperatures it's smart to bring them. Don't forget gloves, a warm hat, and a scarf. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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